Went to that Go Outdoors place today. Missus seen one of those little plastic step things in the catalogue & I caught sight of a Hi-Gear 65L backpack for £15!! I wasn't expecting much, I just thought it would be good for holiday in a few weeks carrying towels, blankets, tent shelter etc etc (there will be 4 of us) down to the beach & stuff. Now I don't obviously know how durable it is, but, it does feel surprisingly comfortable to wear all things considered!! I doubt it'll get much use, I mean 65L is a bit overkill for dayhikes even with camera gear, but I guess it hints that expensive might not always be better.
She also picked up some Karrimor mid boots. So I thought, if it looks like I'm buying her new boots, I may aswell buy some myself